South Central Sports Performance+ is excited to have Hunter Melendez join our team! Hunter is a Jones County resident who received his bachelor degree in exercise science with an emphasis in sports performance. Hunter’s role is to work with student athletes to help improve mobility, speed and power. Watch this week’s HealthBreak to learn more […]

It is estimated that a total of 34.2 million Americans are living with diabetes, and 88 million adult Americans have prediabetes. Living with diabetes can lead to major complications within a person’s body. If unattended, a person’s life can completely change. However, with help, diabetes is a disease that can be managed with proper education […]

Are you dreaming of a glamorous holiday? South Central Dermatology has all the ‘things’ to make that happen! The following products are 20% off in November: •Satin Pillowcases •PediLuxe Exfoliating Peel •City Lips Gloss •Self-Tanning Products To purchase products, call 601-425-4860 or visit South Central Dermatology at 1410 Jefferson Street in Laurel.

Hair-Raising Fast Facts: Over 35 million men experience hair loss Over 21 million women experience hair loss 110,000 average number of hair follicles on the scalp At least 100 hairs are shed per day PRP hair injections can assist a multitude of hair loss issues, including receding hairlines, hereditary or male pattern baldness, shedding hair, […]

The Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Center is thankful for you! To show our thanks, we are offering these FABULOUS specials in November: Up to $125 off Fillers $100 off Botox and Xeomin Injectables (minimum of 50 units) Treat yourself or gift for a loved one! Contact us today at 1410 Jefferson Street in Laurel or […]

Caring Teen Volunteer | Lauren Hunter, Northeast Jones High School Lauren Hunter, who is a senior at Northeast Jones High School, serves an important role within the South Central Regional Medical Center health system. As a Caring Teen Volunteer, Lauren is gaining life experiences and learning about different careers in the medical field. Lauren is […]

During Laurel’s Annual Christmas Parade on December 2nd, Angela Watkins suffered major injuries. Angela was rushed to the Emergency Department at South Central and later had surgery on her injured leg. Following the surgery, Angela was referred to South Central Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine to receive treatment to help fully heal her wound. Watch […]

Understanding Common Thyroid Diseases: Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism Monika Thoppil, MD, South Central Internal Medicine Did you know that thyroid disorders can affect heart rate, mood, energy level, metabolism, bone health, pregnancy, and many other functions? Problems with the thyroid include a variety of disorders that can result in the gland producing too little thyroid hormone […]

SCRMC congratulates Sheila Ainsworth from Radiology for being selected as the Employee of the Month for October 2023. Sheila has been an employee of SCRMC for over 23 years. One of her nominations stated, “Sheila goes above and beyond her job title and helps in multiple areas. She is always helpful and kind when caring […]

Sherika McInnis, LPN II, has been a member of the South Central Regional Medical Center family for three years. Sherika works as a LPN caregiver at Jones County Rest Home. “Nursing is a passion for me,” said Sherika. “Being able to excel my career while working has been a major benefit for me. My team […]